Construction of fibre-optic cables in the Democratic Republic of Congo
The project consists in the construction of 10,000 km of fibre-optic cables as part of a regional backbone in 5 countries, including backbone as well as metro networks.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo has partnered with China's Genew Technologies to build a fiber-optic route along the Congo River worth US$1. On June 25, 2026, the government, through the Ministry of Posts, Telecommunications and Digital Affairs, sign...
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The project consists in the construction of 10,000 km of fibre-optic cables as part of a regional backbone in 5 countries, including backbone as well as metro networks.
The European Investment Bank (EIB) has signed an agreement with wholesale telecommunications infrastructure provider Bandwidth and Cloud Services (BCS) to build new fiber
The proposed project covers about 2,100 kilometers of infrastructure, including 1,700 kilometers of fiber-optic cable along the Congo River from Muanda to Kisangani and nearly 400
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DR Congo govt partners with two Chinese firms to build national fibre-optic cable The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is partnering with two Chinese companies, Genew and
In the Democratic Republic of Congo, the cities of Kinshasa and Kasumbalesa are now connected via the fiber optic. This segment which is the second phase of the national fiber optic
Submarine cables, landing stations, and backbones, are essential infrastructure to develop connectivity and guarantee network quality, however, they are expensive. In the Democratic Republic of the
The objective is to establish major connectivity corridors that would strengthen the country''s future national network. According to the ministry, the project would use the Congo River
To improve connectivity, the project plans to deploy between 37,000 and 50,000 miles (60,000–80,000 kilometers) of fiber-optic cable across all 145 territories.
Overview of fiber optic infrastructure and internet usage statistics in the Democratic Republic of Congo for 2026, highlighting digital growth and connectivity.
This study explores the economic impact of the international data connectivity delivered by submarine fiber optic cables (“subsea cables”) on the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
More than 2.5 million people living in the eastern regions of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) will benefit from faster, cheaper and more reliable digital connectivity thanks to new
Congo, the Democratic Republic of the Country Commercial Guide Learn about the market conditions, opportunities, regulations, and business conditions in Congo, the Democratic
“Under the terms of the contract, Benya will cooperate with the Democratic Republic of Congo to fund, build and operate the fiber optic network in the Democratic Republic of the Congo,
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The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has launched a €66.55 million fibre optic cable project, a significant leap towards enhancing its digital infrastructure.
As part of Benya Group efforts to lead digital transformation across Africa, Benya Group will deploy a fiber optic network in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). This project will form the foundation
Congolese Fiber Optic Company (SOCOF SA) has reportedly signed a partnership with the Agency for the Coordination and Monitoring of Collaboration Agreements (APCSC) to deploy
The Democratic Republic of Congo plans an international tender for the construction and operation of a national fiber-optic backbone spanning more than 11,500 kilometers, including 1,500
The Democratic Republic of the Congo''s (DRC''s) Ministry of Posts, Telecommunications and Digital Affairs, has partnered with China''s Genew Technologies to build a fiber-optic project
Fast Congo, a subsidiary of network solutions company Paratus Group in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), has announced that its 620km fiber optic network link between Muanda on the west
The project concerns the second phase of the construction of a fibre optic backbone in DRC (Democratic Republic of Congo), focusing on underserved areas of the eastern part of the
The African Undersea and Terrestrial Fibre Optic Cables (AfTerFibre) map shows that in addition to connecting with networks to the north and south in Tanzania and Uganda, it appears that
Through this partnership, the country officially launches the construction of its national fiber optic network. This strategic infrastructure aims to bridge the persistent digital divide. According to
The Democratic Republic of Congo is preparing an international tender for the construction and operation of a national fiber-optic network spanning more than 11,500 kilometers, including 1,500
The project covers about 2,100km of infrastructure, including 1,700km of fiber-optic cable along the Congo River from Muanda to Kisangani and nearly 400km of terrestrial connections.